Are Mavericks Lemons?

[Joe Strummer]

Car companies are technology companies these days. Everything on the Maverick is controlled by software. Since software companies regularly issue (security) updates (aka recalls), don't expect anything else from a car company.

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[Cromag]

No, not a lemon.
I totally disagree with the negative Nancys.

What year and model do you own. From what I read, 2022 Hybrids are more prone to issues

 

[AlsMaverick]

What year and model do you own. From what I read, 2022 Hybrids are more prone to issues

2024 Lariat FX4 4K.

 

[GreatWhiteNorth]

We've had our '22 Maverick 2 years, 7 months. No issues.

 

[MightyMaverick]

I agree with Joe Strummer on this. Automakers are technology companies and as a result, cars are heavily controlled by computers. Just like a personal computer, they always need updates. It can be a pain but that's just how the new world is. If cars were still built the way they were say 20-30 years ago, it would be a non-issue. Some would like that but I don't mind. Software updates can make the driving experience even better than fresh out of the box.

As an example, we had a 2019 Toyota RAV4 XLE. It was the first model year of the fifth generation and with the new 8-speed automatic transmission. As a result, it had a major glitch in the transmission tuning in which it would heavily jerk and buck on slow rolls and short stops. One year later, there was a software update available that took an hour and a half to complete at the dealer. I had it done under warranty and the difference in the transmission was night and day. It shifted as it should and literally felt like I was driving a new car. So it goes to show even though cars nowadays are heavily computerized and seem to have more glitches than ever, some can be fixed with simple software updates like a personal computer and makes the experience that much better.

 

[rclee]

2 years and 30,000 miles. No major issues. I was leery about a first year vehicle, so I expected some issues. Overall I am very satisfied with my purchase. 22 xlt lux hybrid.

17 year honda Element owner.

 

[TheShark]

17 year honda Element owner.

I had a 2003 Element, I loved that thing. Horrendous gas mileage and you weren't going to beat many cars off the line but what a practical vehicle. Wish Honda would bring it back.

 

[TheShark]

The Corolla Cross was my top choice vehicle. It was the dealership that f'ed up any further desire to get one. Back then you had to place a spleen ($2000!!) on deposit to order one. Funk that noise. I put $0 down to order the Maverick. No brainer.

I've said for years now the thing that prevents me from buying another Toyota are the dealers. No matter how much you might think Ford dealers are rip off artists they don't hold a candle to Toyota dealers, at least here in the southeast.

 

[Mav_RICK]

Not yet. It is in my top 5 choices when the inevitable happens.

This is our average mpg since last August. The last trip was from Vegas to Tucson. All highway. We like it a lot so far. Our Maverick has been doing great too though. Mileage not quite as good but very close.

 

[JennyJoannSuebeeMcNash]

I've said for years now the thing that prevents me from buying another Toyota are the dealers. No matter how much you might think Ford dealers are rip off artists they don't hold a candle to Toyota dealers, at least here in the southeast.

Where in NC are you? Miss living there!

 

[TheShark]

Where in NC are you? Miss living there!

Raleigh/Durham

 

[MavMan53]

My only lemon out of 25-30 new vehicles was a Saturn Vue. GM didn’t even argue about taking it back.

 

[atomguy245]

The Maverick is well built out of substandard parts. Whether that is due to poor design or excessive cost cutting, the result is a recall prone machine that will probably wear out too soon. Too bad.

 

[Timothyd]

I bought a 2022 Hybrid used. 28k when I bought it. I love this little truck. I commute 45 minutes each way daily and between the gas mileage, how easy and fun it is to drive and the the practical use I get as a delivery vehicle, it really works for me. But I just had both CV axles replaced an 40 k miles and 3 recalls done. All at Fords expense but this car will be out of warranty in 10k. Are Mavericks just not well built and should I get rid of it before it goes out af drive train warranty? Curious to see other owners responses. I know on forums you always hear the bad stuff, but it seems to be a little worse for the Maverick.

No troubles for me in a year and a half but I did have recalls for turn signals and something else. I'm waiting on another one that has a recall for the gas tank. The recalls (for me ) are small potatoes and I still love it.

 

[Nw_adventure]

2 years and 30,000 miles. No major issues. I was leery about a first year vehicle, so I expected some issues. Overall I am very satisfied with my purchase. 22 xlt lux hybrid.

17 year honda Element owner.

Nice- After the airbag recall, and battery issues- Our 22 Lariat/Lux/Eco/4K/FX4 has been solid -

Just changed the oil on our 2004 Element/EX- Owned since 2006

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